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The Sword that Gives Life

Could a Broken Bowl Fix the World?

Learning and Engagement Coordinator Charlotte Spink explores a Japanese tea bowl with an interesting story to tell. 

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Religion and World Views: Exploring a Coptic Christian Grave Marker

Oriental Museum Assistant Curator Gill Ramsay and Father Beshoy Karam of Newcastle Coptic Orthodox Cathedral discuss the history and display of this historic Coptic Christian grave marker and its wider significance today. 

Students and teachers are welcome to use the talking points resource to aid their studies. Talking points for students and teachers: Exploring Coptic Christian Grave Marker

This video was made in collaboration with the Religious Resources Centre

Religion and World Views: Exploring Guanyin

Oriental Museum Curator Qin Cao and Durham University Buddhist Chaplain Dr. Robert Bluck discuss a Buddhist sculpture on display, its significance to the local Buddhist community and recent research findings.

Students and teachers are welcome to use the talking points resource to aid their studies: Exploring Guanyin Teacher & Teacher Talking Points

This video was made in collaboration with the Religious Resources Centre